Casting Engineer (Foundry)

Optimize casting processes to produce high-quality metal components. This involves ensuring the efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and reliability of casting operations while maintaining strict adherence to safety and quality standards. The Casting Engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues, implement improvements, and support the overall manufacturing goals of the organization.

• Participate in implementing new methods and systems, including preparing documentation, designing and installing new equipment, conducting training for others, and designing tests to evaluate new methods.
• Optimize sand molds and cores to ensure high-quality castings.
• Troubleshoot and resolve casting defects and production issues.
• Review engineering prints for accuracy and putting in change requests when necessary.
• Evaluate areas of quality improvement and implement solutions to reduce waste.
• Provide technical support and training to production staff.
• Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality.
• Identify areas of safety improvement and implement solutions to reduce injuries or accidents.
• Oversee the production process, including mold preparation, pouring, and finishing.
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations.
• Collaboration in design and development for sand & permanent mold casting processes for new and existing products.
• Maintain and update process documentation and standard operating procedures.
• Collaborate with design engineers to review product designs and recommend modifications for manufacturability.

• Act, Live, and Behave by TCF Core Values.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in CAD software and casting simulation tools will have an advantage but not mandatory.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds
• Ability to occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, reach
• 50% travel (if not located in Iowa).
• Strong knowledge of casting processes, materials, and equipment.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in sand and permanent mold casting or a similar manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work extended hours sitting at a computer
• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or a related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.

At Twin City Fan we want our employees to achieve their personal best and strive to offer programs that support our employees and their families. We offer a full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K plan with employer match, as well as short/long term disability. Employees also have access to benefits such as employee assistance programs, education reimbursement, paid vacation, holiday pay, and volunteer time. Other exciting benefits TCF offers include a homeownership savings program, pet insurance, and more!

As a Casting Engineer in our Test lab you will be offered pay of $80,000-$90,000 per year dependent on experience. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus tied to overall performance of the organization.

• Standard office environment